It’s always the same cycle: you wake up, clock in for work, grab a bite, clock out for the day, and either have something planned for the evening or simply wait to wind down before going back to bed. Some days are sunny or drenched in rain; some are spent keeping up with an active lifestyle or a new hobby. But regardless of what we have going on in our everyday lives, there’s one thing most of us look forward to: a nice, long shower.
In the realm of beauty, body care has long been an integral part of keeping both our skin and overall well-being in check, especially in moments when stress, exhaustion, and personal responsibilities get in the way. Yet while we often think of facial care as skin care, when was the last time your routine considered the shower as its first step?
Here, we break down three ways you can start your skin care ritual in the shower, while highlighting the importance of caring for the skin beyond your face and how Dove’s Serum Shower Collection can elevate the experience.
When your skin feels as rough as the day itself
There’s always something that stresses us out, and sometimes, our skin shows it, too. Outside pollutants, dead skin buildup, hormonal fluctuations, or simply spending too much time in the sun can make our skin look as dull as our mental state by the end of the day.
When it comes to giving your skin that extra polish, a gentle full-body detox using the Glow Recharge variant can help cleanse away dirt and buildup while delivering the benefits of its claimed 3% brightening serum and vitamin C formula, leaving skin looking brighter with regular use before you round off your routine with your preferred lotion.
When breakouts go beyond your face
We all have those moments on the weekend when we look a little too long in the mirror to see what new bumps have popped up over the last few days. Those with body acne may know this all too well, as excess oil, sweat, and dead skin cells can contribute to clogged pores and breakouts.
Dermatologists like Corrine Sison-De Jesus, MD, have noted that salicylic acid (among other ingredients) can help prevent acne breakouts with regular use. The Serum Shower Collection’s Acne Control variant features a 1% salicylic acid serum formulation to help cleanse pores while keeping skin moisturized, making it tough on acne, but not the skin itself.
You’re supposed to hydrate your skin, not just bathe in water
Before anything else, we’re not telling you to give up those long, hot showers you love so much, but the saying, “too much of a good thing can be bad for you,” does apply here, especially when it comes to hot water.
For those who often deal with dry skin, turning down the temperature and using cleansers with gentle formulations, such as Dove’s Hydration Boost variant, can help avoid further drying out the skin. The body wash also features a claimed 6% hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid.
When it comes to skin care, it goes without saying that it was never supposed to stop at the face. Many of the concerns we deal with can also appear on the rest of our bodies when skin isn’t given proper care and attention. For Dove, this was ultimately the thinking behind its Serum Shower Collection: elevating your body care routines shouldn’t require complicated treatments but simply consistency and products designed with skin care in mind.
The Dove Serum Shower Collection is available in-store and through Dove’s e-commerce platforms. (Results are with regular use, though results may vary)
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